Just feeling sorry for myself

11 years ago

On Thursday I had a feeling something was wrong with my right leg, so I called the Dr. office and got an appointment for the next day. That night I knew it couldn't wait, so I went to the ER where they confirmed my diagnosis of cellulitis. I'd had it before on my other leg, so I was pretty sure that's what it was. This time it's even more painful, however.

I've got lymphedema, so I'm at higher risk of developing sepsis and staph infections. I think this time it came from a scratch above my knee, but the cellulitis accumulates in the lower part of my leg where the lymph fluid collects.

So I'm on a 14 day regimine of antibiotics-have staved off IV antibiotics so far, but I feel like CARP. No enegry, painful, swollen legs and an itch that is driving me bonkers. I can't scratch it because it could lead to more infection. Gads. I've spent the last 4 days off my feet as much as possible, with my legs elevated higher than my heart as much as I could stand it.

So I just needed to whine a little. This too shall pass, and I know that there are other, more serious issues others are dealing with (and my thoughts go out to them!), its just that I'm SOOO frustrated with this lymphedema and associated infections it tends to compound.

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terezosa / terriks
11 years ago
Oh, that sounds awful! I think that you deserve to whine all you want. Take care of yourself, and I hope you feel better soon!
blfenton
11 years ago
Nothing wrong with a little whine now and then. Go for it. I hope you're feeling better soon.
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Diane Smith at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
11 years ago
You poor thing! The itch must be awful. That sounds like a good reason to whine to me!

Make your family wait on you and entertain you. How about a good game of Risk or Scrabble?
ellendi
11 years ago
Thank goodness you caught it in time. Add some cheese to that w(h)ine and visit here often for some cheering up :)
User
11 years ago
Pesky, I don't think you're feeling sorry for yourself, it's your body and something terrible to experience. I'm sorry it's happening and hope you are feeling better soon. Feel free to talk about it anytime, we're here for ya! --Lukki
Fun2BHere
11 years ago
I'm so sorry that you are feeling blue. Chronic health conditions are the pits. I hope you are back on your feet quickly without complications.
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11 years ago
pesky please take care of yourself. In my nursing practice I took care of a number of folks with cellulitis. I will be thinking of you and hoping that your outcome is successful ! c
tinam61
11 years ago
Hope the meds do the trick and you are soon feeling better Pesky!

tina
mitchdesj
11 years ago
I'm wishing you the best recovery possible, you deserve to whine, don't hesitate to come back and update us, it must be terrible, good luck.
nancybee_2010
11 years ago
Aw, sorry about this pesky. It sounds so painful, and itching always makes everything worse, it can drive you crazy.

I hope you will be feeling better soon.
martinca_gw sunset zone 24
11 years ago
No fun! Hugs to you.
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cooperbailey
11 years ago
oh, pesky. hugs to you. good thing you took yourself into the ER. smart girl.hope it heals quicky.
hhireno
11 years ago
Oh my, that stinks. But if it had to happen, at least it was now and not before your great rock & roll vacation. Take it easy.
dedtired
11 years ago
Oh gosh, what a shame. I hope it resolves itself soon. The itchiness would make me nuts. Would moisturizing help? Is that allowed? Get better soon!
graywings123
11 years ago
I am so sorry for you; I feel uncomfortable just reading your symptoms.

And for me, illnesses are worse in the summer than winter. In winter I don't mind hibernating for a while, watching TV, reading.
bestyears
11 years ago
Oh gosh, that sounds so painful and annoying! Hang in there...
neetsiepie
Original Author
11 years ago
I think your good wishes helped! This morning my leg is almost to normal (well, normal for me) and the redness is barely pink now. It's not as itchy, either. I did manage to put some lotion on the parts of my foot & leg that were not so angry looking, and that helped.

Plus I think the antibiotics are starting to kick in, since I have noticed the lymph glands under my arm pits and at my neck are also no longer swollen. They were swollen before I got the cellulitis, so I think I might have been dealing with a low grade infection. That's pretty common for me with this stupid lymphedema.

Today I think I can put some lotion on my entire leg, the skin is softer now and not painful to the touch. So THANK YOU all for your good wishes. It helps a lot to be able to whine once in a while!

Oh, Hhireno, my FANTASTIC vacay was a couple weeks ago. It was amazing, better than I imagined it'd be. I want to go back and I'm anxious for the next concert.
User
11 years ago
Cellulitis is dangerous and painful. I've never had it but have seen many who have. Poor circulation is one of the obvious culprits.

Have you tried Amlactin lotion? It is often prescribed for people with diabetes and other chronic problems--- in fact, it used to be available by prescription only. It not available locally you can buy it at drugstore.com now that it's OTC. Per usage instructions keep it off any open sores, but it will do wonders for the rest of your skin. Glad you are feeling better!
awm03
11 years ago
Glad to hear you're feeling better today. Hope you feel even better tomorrow!
DLM2000-GW
11 years ago
Whine away - sounds like you're more than entitled as cellulitis is to be taken seriously. Glad things seem to be improving for you and hope that trend continues!

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